https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/en-auCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comMon, 20 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200 How the hidden Siri AI Writing Tools appear when you selected text.
Although some users, including ones at AppleInsider, are finding that Writing Tools have vanished in macOS Golden Gate, typically they remain available whenever selected text is right-clicked. But Reddit users have found that there is a hidden alternative that automatically pops up a short list of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-hiding-a-more-concise-set-of-writing-tools-for-mac/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-hiding-a-more-concise-set-of-writing-tools-for-mac/ The full game is in Steam, awaiting launch.It is safe to say that developing a word game like this wasn't meant to take a year. The first installment of this series was posted on July 28, 2025.The math is easy to figure out how long it's been since I started.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-crunch-and-preparing-to-launch/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-crunch-and-preparing-to-launch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stop-google-maps-from-displaying-your-home-to-strangers/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stop-google-maps-from-displaying-your-home-to-strangers/ On-device AI processing will be a big thing in the coming years if Apple bets right.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-shrinking-models-and-an-on-device-ai-future/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-shrinking-models-and-an-on-device-ai-future/ Jony Ive & OpenAI's Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAI
On July 10, Apple launched what looks to become a major lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing ex-Apple employees of stealing intellectual property. However, despite former Apple design chief's links to OpenAI, he isn't in the crosshairs of Apple's lawyers.In]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-probably-wont-add-jony-ive-to-openai-trade-secret-theft-suit/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-probably-wont-add-jony-ive-to-openai-trade-secret-theft-suit/ Genius Bar employees may gain a new AI assistant
Artificial intelligence has become a buzzword throughout the tech industry from both the consumer and employee perspective. Employees of any kind at many companies have had to contend with mandatory AI tool use forced on them by the employer.So far, reports]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/genius-bar-ai-tools-spark-concerns-over-employee-monitoring-amp-evaluation/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/genius-bar-ai-tools-spark-concerns-over-employee-monitoring-amp-evaluation/ The much-missed Mac Pro
The once beloved Mac Pro went out with a whimper in March 2026 as Apple discontinued it. But according to Bloomberg, there had originally been big plans for its future.What eventually caused the end of the Mac Pro was how powerful the much more cost-effectiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-pro-could-have-been-vastly-more-powerful-than-the-mac-studio/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-pro-could-have-been-vastly-more-powerful-than-the-mac-studio/ The latest sale at B&H includes numerous CTO MacBook Pro models that are up to $400 off. Some of the configurations have additional RAM, extra storage, a nano-texture display, or all three.You can jump straight to the sale, but we've also rounded up top picks below. And if you don't see your desired model, it's also worth checking out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-launches-steep-macbook-pro-discounts-at-up-to-400-off/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-launches-steep-macbook-pro-discounts-at-up-to-400-off/ iCloud+ now costs more money in some countries.Over the course of a few days, Apple has been increasing the prices of its various online services. Not to be left behind, iCloud+ has now upped its prices to join the rest of the roster.The change, revealed by Apple's iCloud+ pricing support page, doesn't outright say what countries are affected by the pricing. However, comparis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-bumps-up-the-cost-of-icloud-in-8-countries/Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-bumps-up-the-cost-of-icloud-in-8-countries/ Apple shares closed at $333.74, leaving the company with a market capitalization of approximately $4.88 CAP trillion. Nvidia ended down about 3.5% on the day, with a value of about $4.86 trillion.The distinction is largely sym]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aapl-capitalization-squeaks-past-nvda-apple-becomes-worlds-most-valuable-company/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aapl-capitalization-squeaks-past-nvda-apple-becomes-worlds-most-valuable-company/ The Apple One bundle arrived in 2020 and has become a common option for Apple device owners who subscribe to several of the company's services. It offers three tiers aimed at individuals, families, and people who want nearly everything included.However, favorite]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-apple-one-worth-it-in-summer-2026-after-the-latest-price-increases/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-apple-one-worth-it-in-summer-2026-after-the-latest-price-increases/ The Apple Music Individual plan now costs $11.99 per month, up from $10.99. The Family plan rose from $16.99 to $19.99 per month and continues to support as many as six people through Family Sharing.Verified college students will pay $6.99 per month, up from $5.99. The Student plan includes the full Apple Music se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-gets-first-us-price-hike-in-four-years/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-gets-first-us-price-hike-in-four-years/ Apple hasn't taken the antitrust case lying down. Image source: Apple
While discussions are reportedly underway, it's unclear whether an agreement will be reached. However, the Trump administration has been working to settle lawsuits brought by the previous administration for some time. It's clear there is a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-long-running-doj-antitrust-case-may-not-make-it-to-trial/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-long-running-doj-antitrust-case-may-not-make-it-to-trial/ Consumer Intelligence Research Partners estimates that 87% of U.S. iPhone buyers in the March 2026 quarter came from another iPhone. The share reached its highest level in the three years covered by the report, up from 84% in 2025 and 85% in 2024.Another 12% switched fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-is-making-no-progress-on-switching-iphone-users-to-android/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-is-making-no-progress-on-switching-iphone-users-to-android/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-public-beta-its-fine-i-guess/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-public-beta-its-fine-i-guess/ AI nudity apps are a problem for the App Store
A Wired report notes that both Apple and Google have been told to prevent the sale of AI apps that can be used to create deepfake images. They must also "sever" business relationships with all of the developers responsi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ordered-to-remove-8-nudify-ai-apps-from-the-iphones-app-store/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ordered-to-remove-8-nudify-ai-apps-from-the-iphones-app-store/ Save $200 on Apple's latest M4 iPad Air with 512GB of storage.
The $200 discount at Amazon brings the Wi-Fi 13-inch iPad Air with 512GB of storage in Blue down to $1,049.Save $200 on 13" iPad Air M4
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-512gb-m4-ipad-air-13-inch-with-weekend-deal/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-512gb-m4-ipad-air-13-inch-with-weekend-deal/ Hide My Email is supposed to do just that, but it doesn't always
The Hide My Email feature allows iPhone, Mac, and iPad owners to sign up for websites and services using an anonymous email address. All emails sent to that address are then invisibly forwarded to the user's real]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-easy-to-find-a-real-email-address-behind-hide-my-email-but-it-doesnt-really-matter/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-easy-to-find-a-real-email-address-behind-hide-my-email-but-it-doesnt-really-matter/ Apple is set to be in a lawsuit with OpenAI for some time
Apple restarted its AI efforts with new Apple Foundation Models built with Google's Gemini Frontier models at the foundation. While Google's involvement seemed obvious in the long run, the move away from OpenAI's Chat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sues-openai-public-betas-amp-super-apps-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sues-openai-public-betas-amp-super-apps-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Journal focuses on people's thoughts and experiences instead of their bodies, unlike the data-driven health tracking with Apple Watch. The app encourages users to reflect on their emotions and pay closer attenti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-apple-journal-part-of-a-mindful-daily-routine/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-apple-journal-part-of-a-mindful-daily-routine/